Chupalla
NameChupalla
Species NamePuya chilensis
Common NameChupalla
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container TypeGround
Geographic Originsouth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage Typespiky leaves
Height (cm)120
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThis is a wild plant, not a bonsai specimen. It is a terrestrial bromeliad known for its tall flowering stalk and spiny, hook-tipped leaves. The spherical structures are its developing inflorescences.
Description
This image depicts a wild Chupalla plant (*Puya chilensis*) in its natural habitat, not a bonsai specimen. It features a tall central stalk adorned with numerous spherical, spiky inflorescences, and long, spiny basal leaves. The plant is currently in bloom, showcasing its distinctive flower heads.
